Calico vs Sensitive Tint paint color comparison

Calico vs Sensitive Tint

Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Calico reads as blue-green, while Sensitive Tint reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 59 vs 35, Sensitive Tint will read as the brighter of the two — a 25-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Calico's cool character against Sensitive Tint's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 20.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Calico
Sherwin-Williams · 0017
LRV34.5
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number0017
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium
Sensitive Tint
Sherwin-Williams · 6267
LRV59.3
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6267
Undertone—
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessLight

Calico vs Sensitive Tint Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Calico on one side and Sensitive Tint on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.